Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles
Venice Club
Club History
Boys & Girls Club of Venice supports members in the greater Venice area, including Mar Vista, Playa Vista, Culver City, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Carson, Palms, Marina del Rey, Compton, and Westchester. Our staff and programs come together to create stability, consistency, and a sense of physical and emotional safety for our members.
Our youth development professionals serve each day as positive role models who provide ongoing caring relationships with our youth. They work to develop moral character and instill a sense of belonging, competence, usefulness, and influence. Staff members make the Club feel like home, fostering a family atmosphere and creating a sense of ownership for members.
Club Programs & Activities
Character & Leadership Development
Empowers youth to become global citizens to support and influence their club and community.
- Youth of the Year
- Keystone Club
- Torch Club
- Junior Staff
- College Bound
Education & Career Development
Enables youth to become proficient in basic professional disciplines, set goals, explore careers and prepare for employment and while utilizing and embracing technology to keep up with today's world.
- Bright Spot
- Power Hour
- Science Club/STEM
- Robotics
- NBA Math Hoops
Health & Life Skills
Programs are tailored to develop positive and healthy lifestyle behaviors and provide education on key life skills necessary to help youth live healthier, happier and more successful lives as self-sufficient adults.
- S.M.A.R.T. Girls
- Passport to Manhood
- Healthy Habits
- Brents Club
Arts & Cultural Enrichment
Develops creativity and cultural awareness through knowledge and appreciation of the visual arts and creative writing. BGCV also has a gallery and works pace for young artists to showcase their artistic abilities.
- Dance: Happy Feet
- Music: Drums, Piano, Musicmakers, Guitar, Open Music Studio
- Fine Arts: Drawing Mastery 101, Photo 101, Give Kids Art, Visual Arts, Open Art Studio
Sports, Fitness, and Recreation
Programs incorporate more fitness into youth's lives while encouraging positive use of leisure time. The programs also help develop skills for stress management, social skills, and a greater appreciation for the environment.
- Flag Football
- Basketball (Winter/Spring)
- Volleyball (Winter)
- Triple Play (All Seasons)
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